Trygos, the local grape harvest, unfolds somewhere between rustic celebration and wine-soaked athletic event.
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Water Scarcity Investigation: Tornos News Reveals the State of Greece’s Tourist Destinations
An exclusive Tornos News water scarcity investigation highlights the urgent challenges facing Greece’s top tourist destinations, from Mykonos to Kefalonia, as they adapt to dwindling water supplies and rising demand.
Nature’s Time Capsule: Dia Island Uncovered
Dia Island is a protected haven just off Crete, once a major Minoan port, now a Natura 2000 site.
Digital Work Cards Espose Unpaid Hours and Labor Violations in Cretan Hotels
Unpaid hours in Crete’s tourism industry have sparked outrage, with hotel workers forced to put in extra work after clocking out, according to reports received by the Heraklion Labor Center.
Stumbling Into the Saddle: A Primer on Horseback Riding in Crete
Horseback riding in Crete offers tourists guided tours through mountains, beaches, and villages from April to October.
Q1 Accommodation Gain vs. Catering Decline in Greek Hospitality
Official data from ELSTAT reveals a split in Greece’s travel sector for Q1 2025: while accommodation businesses enjoyed a notable revenue increase, the catering industry suffered a significant decline.
Heavy Rains Turn Crete into an Obstacle Course
Heavy rains struck Crete overnight on June 1, causing road closures and landslides across major tourist areas.
If Only the Minoans Had Known of the Mediocrity to Come
The fate of Crete’s most treasured archaeological sites is still in UNESCO limbo as planning, preparation and presentation of plans seem endless. Europe’s oldest temples/palaces, the monumental heritage they represent, appear to be in the hands of hapless bureaucrats. Like everything else here in Greece, progress is prioritized based on some invisible variable no one […]
Crete Takes Protection of Nature Seriously
Crete made its debut in UNESCO’s Greening Education Partnership with a Protection of Nature agreement between the Region of Crete and the Hellenic Society for the Protection of Nature.
Santorini Water Overconsumption Crisis: 15 Villages Left Dry
Santorini faced major water supply issues in 15 villages this week after water overconsumption driven by post Sahara dust cleaning and increasing tourist pressures.
Athens Faces Sizzling Summers and a Tourism Shakeup
Athens, Europe’s hottest city, confronts record heat, booming tourism, and a shift toward VIP hospitality.
Road Safety Event in Crete: Local Leaders and Residents Rally for Safer Streets
Friday, May 30, 2025, promises to be a red-letter day for the drivers (and survivors) of Heraklion’s traffic circus. At precisely 19:00, the Network of Partner Agencies in Fortezza will roll out its “I Love Life, I Travel Safely” Road Safety Event at the Fortezza Athletic Center—a title that suggests optimism, or at least a […]
African Dust Storm Disrupts Tourism in Crete
An African dust storm hit Crete on Sunday, May 25, 2025, causing hotel pools to close as staff battled thick dust and mud.
Khamsin and the Return of the Sahara Sky in Crete
On Sunday, May 25, 2025, the Khamsin winds blanketed Crete with thick Sahara dust, transforming the island into an orange wasteland.
Chanioporta Gate Restoration Is Complete
Chanioporta Gate restoration in Heraklion is complete, with scaffolding removal scheduled for June 2–10, 2025.
Migrant Crisis on Crete Island Has Reached a Breaking Point
The migrant crisis on Crete has reached a breaking point in 2025, with over 4,600 arrivals shaking the community.
Municipal Beach of Karteros Reopens With SeaAccess for People With Reduced Mobility
Municipal Beach of Karteros opens for summer, featuring upgraded public spaces and SeaAccess accessibility for people with disabilities.
Cretan Diet Festival 2025 Is a Must-Visit In Rethymno
The Cretan Diet Festival 2025 in Rethymno will take place from July 1 to 7, 2025, bringing together local producers and foodies alike.
6.2 Magnitude Quake Rattles North Coast of Crete
This morning, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake offshore of Elounda, Crete, violently shook almost the entire length of the Greek Island. The quake’s epicentre was 58 km Northeast of the quiet seaside resort town of Elounda. The event caused a tsunami alert warning tourists to stay away from popular seashore locations until the danger passes. Update: […]
Kritikos Lagonikos Heritage Exhibition in Hersonissos
The Kritikos Lagonikos, or Cretan Hound, takes center stage at a unique exhibition in Hersonissos on May 17–18.
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